Düsseldorf-based Rheinmetall AG is heading into the final stretch of the 2026 fiscal year with record growth in sales and earnings. The first nine months of the year have seen the Group expand its revenue by more than a third and significantly increase its profitability. The technology group’s order backlog remains at a very high level. 

Coupled with a significant increase in defence budgets in many countries, the security environment continues to underpin customer demand, leading to a corresponding increase in production volumes across the Group’s five segments. Despite another positive quarterly performance, the annual guidance for 2026  has been adjusted due to delays in projects. In particular, delays in the German armed forces’ Arminius project – which is in the final phase of negotiations and cannot be commissioned until next year – as well as in lot acceptance tests of artillery ammunition are leading to shifts in sales.

Rheinmetall now expects consolidated sales to rise to around €13.2 billion for the 2026 financial year. The operating result margin is expected to be around 18.5%.

Reporting on the company’s performance, Rheinmetall AG’s CEO Armin Papperger stated: “We are achieving very strong growth coupled with high profitability, which makes us a global leader within our sector. The strong order book gives us the opportunity to expand our capacity over the long term, and we recently started production at new plants in the United Kingdom and in Albacete, Spain. All of this is happening at Rheinmetall speed: an empty production hall in Telford, UK, has been transformed into a fully operational gun barrel facility in just eight months. Operationally we continue to perform at a very high standard. Our growth path is solid and sustainable. And, last but not least, we are safeguarding and creating thousands of jobs in Germany as well as in our partner countries.” 

“Demand remains strong, and we continue to succeed in securing major contracts for our innovative systems both at home and abroad,” said Armin Papperger. “In the naval sector, too, we are working flat out to generate new orders both in Germany and internationally.”

Rheinmetall Group: Sales growth of 38% – consolidated operating result up 68% 
In the past nine months of the 2026 fiscal year, Group sales climbed year-on-year by €2,318 million or 38% to €8,376 million (previous year: €6,057 million). The share of sales generated in Germany increased by 3 percentage points to 41.3% in the first nine months compared with the same period last year. The international share of sales was 58.7%. 

The operating result for the first nine months of the year reached an all-time high, growing by 68% during the reporting period to €1,339 million, compared with €795 million in the previous year, equivalent to an increase of €544 million. The operating result grew faster than sales, primarily driven by higher sales volumes. The Group’s operating result margin climbed after nine months of the fiscal year to 16.0% compared with 13.1% previously.

Basic earnings per share from continuing operations improved in the first nine months of the 2026 fiscal year compared with the same period last year, rose from €7.83  to €14.44. 

Operating free cash flow fell significantly year-on-year by €900 million to €‑1,698 million (previous year: €‑798 million). The corresponding period of the previous year was characterised by high advance payments from customers. The decline can additionally be attributed to the build-up in inventories and the resulting increase in working capital tied up in support of the targeted sales growth.

The value of Rheinmetall Nomination increased to €19.1 billion year-on-year (previous year: €16.0 billion)19%. Rheinmetall Nomination comprises both traditional order intake and the volume from new framework agreements.

As at 30 September 2026, Rheinmetall Backlog increased significantly to €78.0 billion (previous year: €56.7 billion). In addition to the order backlog, Rheinmetall Backlog also includes signed framework agreements.

Vehicle Systems: Rheinmetall Nomination rises year-on-year once again
Sales in Vehicle Systems, which primarily operates in the field of wheeled and tracked tactical vehicles as well as logistics vehicles, increased by €662 million or 20% year-on-year to €3,898 million after nine months of the 2026 fiscal year. This positive development can be attributed to the rise in sales from wheeled and tracked vehicles as well as military trucks for German and European customers.

In the first nine months of the year, Rheinmetall Nomination for the segment was four times higher than in the previous year, climbing to €7,907 million compared to €1.945 million in the previous year. This represents a year-on-year increase of €5,962 million. This was significantly influenced by the expansion of the German customer contract for the Puma infantry fighting vehicle, in which a second batch comprising an additional 200 units was ordered in early 2026, and by the order for 298 Lynx infantry fighting vehicles for Romania financed by the European SAFE programme. As at 30 September 2026, the Rheinmetall Backlog for the segment amounted to €28,664 million, up significantly by €8,951 million or 45% on the previous year’s figure. 

The operating result improved from €347 million in the previous year to €466 million. The increase is essentially attributable to higher sales and a change in the product mix in the logistics vehicles business. The operating margin rose to 12.0% from the previous year’s figure of 10.7%.

Weapon and Ammunition: Substantial investments in capacity expansion 
In the first nine months of the 2026 fiscal year, Weapon and Ammunition generated sales of €2,705 million through its activities in weapon systems, ammunition and protection systems, exceeding the previous year’s figure by 34% (previous year: €2,014 million). Sales drivers included an ammunition package for Hungary as well as artillery and medium-calibre ammunition for Ukraine and other European customers. 
At €4,542 million after nine months of the 2026 fiscal year, Rheinmetall Nomination is 6% below the previous year’s figure (previous year: €4,811 million). Significant order intakes include a contract for medium-calibre ammunition from Romania under the EU-SAFE programme, a modular camp for permanent accommodation for the German Armed Forces in Lithuania, tank ammunition contracts for Poland and artillery projectiles and weapon systems for Germany and several Eastern European countries. 

Rheinmetall Backlog reached €25,557 million the end of the third quarter (30 September 2026). Compared to the previous year’s figure (30 September 2025: €23,231 million), this represents an increase of €2,326 million or 10%. 

At the end of the first nine months of the 2026 fiscal year, the operating result was €634 million and was thus well above the previous year’s level (previous year: €440 million). The main driver for this was the significant increase in sales volume. The operating result margin therefore increased to 23.4% (previous year: 21.9%).

The segment’s business activities were once again accompanied this year by extensive investments, which, at a volume of €338 million, were higher than the previous year’s level (previous year: €284 million). The focus was on transformation and capacity expansion projects at several companies. These include the expansion of gun barrel production capacity in the United Kingdom, the construction of a new artillery plant in Lithuania and a new medium-calibre factory in Albacete, Spain, as well as the expansion of powder production at Nitrochemie Aschau.

Air Defence: Rheinmetall Nomination sees disproportionately high growth
Air Defence, with products in the field of ground-based air defence and complex systems including drone defence, increased its sales by €283 million to €731 million after nine months of the 2026 fiscal year (previous year: €448 million), equivalent to growth of 63%. The significant sales growth can primarily be attributed to progress on projects relating to the production of Skynex and Skyranger air defence systems for European customers as well as deliveries of ammunition to international customers. 

Major individual orders drove Rheinmetall Nomination to five times the previous year’s figure, reaching €1,734 million, compared with €322 million in the same period last year. Of particular note here were the orders for further Skyranger and Skynex air defence systems from one European and one international customer. Rheinmetall Backlog amounted to €4,099 million as at 30 September 2026, a significant year-on-year increase of 81% (previous year: €2,264 million). 

Driven by sales growth, the operating result more than doubled from €59 million in the previous year to €135 million by the end of September 2026. As a result, the operating result margin improved to 18.5% (previous year: 13.2%). 

Digital Systems: Rheinmetall Backlog rises by over 39%
Digital Systems, whose products cover the digitalisation of the armed forces, satellite technology, manned and unmanned aerial systems and simulation, increased its sales after nine months of the 2026 fiscal year by €297 million to €1,328 million (previous year: €1,031 million), corresponding to growth of 29%. The sales growth is essentially due to the TaWAN and D-LBO digitalisation projects and the ramp-up of the short-range and very short-range defence projects. 

Rheinmetall Nomination amounted to €4,899 million, which is a significant decline of €5,072 million or 51% compared with the same period of the previous year. The same period in the previous year was characterised by major billion-euro orders, specifically the large orders under the framework agreements for the TaWAN digitalisation programme and the replacement procurement of the IdZ-ES soldier systems. In the first three quarters of the 2026 fiscal year, Digital Systems secured a billion-euro framework agreement to supply loitering munition systems (FV-014) and an order to supply quotas for reconnaissance vehicles, both for the German armed forces. Furthermore, Digital Systems – as a member of an international consortium – obtained an order to digitalise combat training for the British armed forces. Rheinmetall Backlog amounted to €20,396 million as at 30 September 2026, a significant year-on-year increase of 39% (previous year: €14,642 million). 

The operating result made significant gains by the end of September 2026 to reach €118 million, following €69 million in the previous year. The operating result margin subsequently rose to 8.9% (previous year: 6.7%). 

Naval Systems: Rheinmetall Nomination continues to rise
Naval Systems, responsible for maritime solutions in manned and unmanned surface vessel shipbuilding, was including in the reporting as a separate segment for the first time at the end of the first quarter of 2026. 

In the first seven months following the acquisition at the end of February 2026, Naval Systems generated sales of €679 million. These sales essentially resulted from the ongoing ship newbuild programmes: the construction of intelligence vessels (FDB424), Braunschweig-class corvettes (K130), replenishment oilers (MBV707) and the Bulgarian multi-purpose modular patrol vessel programme (MMPV90). In the repair, service and maintenance business, service sales of €96 million have been generated since the acquisition at the end of February 2026, due to the ongoing repair order for the frigates “Rheinland-Pfalz” and “Bayern”.

Rheinmetall Nomination has recorded an order intake of €1,161 million in the seven months following the acquisition at the end of February 2026. The order from the Romanian government – financed by the European SAFE programme – for the construction of four naval vessels worth €920 million accounted for the largest share. A further €125 million was contributed from the ship repair sector and small-scale contracts. Rheinmetall Backlog as at 30 September 2026 stood at €3,896 million. 

The operating result totalled €71 million and the operating result margin was 10.5%.

Outlook: Annual guidance adjusted
Rheinmetall is adjusting its annual guidance for 2026 due to delays in projects. These postponements are the result of delays in the German armed forces’s Arminius project, which is in the final phase of negotiations and cannot be commissioned until next year, as well as to delays in lot acceptance tests for artillery ammunition.

Rheinmetall now expects consolidated sales of around €13.2 billion instead of the previous guidance of €13.7–14.2 billion (sales in the previous year: €9,935 million). Based on this sales guidance, Rheinmetall anticipates an improvement in the Group’s operating result including acquisitions in the current financial year 2026 – taking holding costs into account – and a stable operating result margin of around 18.5% (operating result margin in the previous year: 18.5%). The margin guidance had previously stood at around 19%.

Forward-looking statements and guidance
This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are based on Rheinmetall AG’s current estimates and guidance and the information available at the time. Forward-looking statements are not a guarantee of future performance or the results indicated. Rather, they are dependent on a number of factors, entail various risks and uncertainties, and are based on assumptions that may prove to be incorrect. Rheinmetall is under no obligation to update the forward-looking statements in this press release.

The delivery of the first series-production vehicles of the Caracal – the military designation being “Einsatzsystem Luftlandeplattform” (Deployment System Airmobile Platform) – marks an important milestone in the project’s progress. This is the foundation for the delivery of further vehicles, which offer an impressive variety of roles, with a current total of 28 different equipment kits.

The contract not only covers the delivery of the vehicles but also full life-cycle support over 20 years, thus providing a long, sustainable service life. A total of more than 1,500 vehicles will be delivered by 2030 to the German Bundeswehr and the Dutch Armed Forces.

The Caracal is a modular, multipurpose, highly mobile vehicle. It is built on the latest-generation Mercedes-Benz G-Class (464 model series) military production chassis, which is also used for the Wolf 2. Its lightweight, modular superstructure is manufactured to suit its specific role. Final assembly of the vehicle will take place at Rheinmetall Defence Nederland’s production site in Ede, the Netherlands.

The Caracal provides the Bundeswehr and the Dutch armed forces with a tactical vehicle that significantly improves the mobility of airborne forces. In its basic configuration, the Caracal can accommodate four soldiers, alongside their personal and mission-specific equipment.

Thanks to its compact design, it can be transported in different variants with mission-specific configurations, either within a cargo hold area or as an underslung load carried by a heavy-lift transport helicopter.

With its versatility, it covers a wide range of operational scenarios for light and specialised units, whilst offering modular, scalable protection against mines and ballistic threats. The armament mounted on the vehicle’s ring mount ranging from MG5 machine guns and heavy machine guns (HMGs) to automatic grenade launchers and anti-tank weapons. In addition, the vehicles are equipped with secondary armament consisting of a machine gun mounted on a co-driver’s weapon mount.

“The highly mobile and modular Caracal is one of the most versatile vehicles in our portfolio,” said Björn Bernhard, Managing Director of Rheinmetall Landsysteme. “Rheinmetall colleagues from Germany and the Netherlands are working closely with other industry partners to make this project a reality. We are delighted to be able to mark this milestone in the delivery process together with our German and Dutch customers, and look forward to a long and trusting partnership.”

Die Auslieferung der ersten Serienfahrzeuge des Caracal – die militärische Bezeichnung lautet „Einsatzsystem Luftlandeplattform (EinsSys LLPlattf) – stellt einen wichtigen Meilenstein im Projektverlauf dar. Dieser legt den Grundstein für die Auslieferung der weiteren Fahrzeuge, die in ihrer großen Rollenvielfalt, mit aktuell 28 verschiedenen Rüstsätzen überzeugen.

Der Vertragsumfang umfasst neben der Lieferung der Fahrzeuge auch einen Full Life Cycle Support über 20 Jahre und bietet damit eine lange, nachhaltige Lebens- und Einsatzdauer. In Summe werden bis 2030 über 1.500 Fahrzeuge an die deutschen und niederländischen Streitkräfte ausgeliefert.

Der Caracal ist ein modulares, multifunktionales und hochmobiles Fahrzeug. Er baut auf dem militärischen Serienfahrwerk der neuesten Generation der Mercedes-Benz G-Klasse aus der Baureihe 464 auf, auf welchem auch der Wolf 2 basiert. Die leichten und modularen Aufbauten werden entsprechend der jeweiligen Fahrzeugrollen gefertigt. Die Endmontage des Fahrzeugs erfolgt bei der Rheinmetall Defence Nederland am niederländischen Produktionsstandort Ede.

Mit dem Caracal erhalten die Bundeswehr und die niederländischen Streitkräfte ein taktisches Einsatzfahrzeug, welches die Mobilität der Luftlandekräfte deutlich verbessert. In der Grundkonfiguration bietet der Caracal Platz für vier Soldaten sowie deren persönliche und missionsspezifische Ausrüstung.

Durch seine kompakte Bauweise kann er als Innenlast im und als Außenlast am Schweren Transporthubschrauber in verschiedenen Varianten mit missionsspezifischen Konfigurationen verlegt werden.

Mit seiner Rollenvielfalt deckt er verschiedenste Einsatzszenarien der leichten und spezialisierten Einheiten ab und verfügt dabei über einen modular skalierbaren Schutz gegen Minen und ballistische Bedrohungen. Die Bewaffnung reicht auf der fahrzeugseitigen Drehringlafette vom Maschinengewehr (MG5, sMG) über Granatmaschinenwaffe bis hin zu Panzerabwehrwaffen. Darüber hinaus verfügen die Fahrzeuge über eine Sekundärbewaffnung in Form eines Maschinengewehrs auf einer Beifahrerlafette.

„Der hochmobile und modulare Caracal gehört zu den äußerst vielseitigen Fahrzeugen in unserem Portfolio“, so Björn Bernhard, Geschäftsführer der Rheinmetall Landsysteme. „Rheinmetall-Kolleginnen und Kollegen aus Deutschland und den Niederlanden arbeiten hier eng mit anderen Partnern aus der Industrie zusammen, um das Projekt zu ermöglichen. Wir freuen uns, dass wir gemeinsam mit unserem deutschen und niederländischen Kunden diesen Meilenstein der Auslieferung verzeichnen können und blicken auf eine lange und vertrauensvolle Zusammenarbeit.“ 

– Rheinmetall Air Defence und Silvus Technologies unterzeichen Vereinbarung zur Integration passiver Hochfrequenz-Sensoren (HF). 
– Integration der RFeye- Sensoren in Luftverteidigungssystem Skynex und Führungsplattform Skymaster ermöglicht Detektion von Bedrohungen, ohne eigene Signale auszusenden oder eigenen Standort preiszugeben. 
– Passive HF-Sensorik ergänzt bestehende Radarabdeckung und liefert dem Bedienpersonal ein lückenloses, anerkanntes elektromagnetisches Lagebild.

Die Rheinmetall Air Defence AG und der HF-Spezialist Silvus Technologies haben eine Vereinbarung über die Lieferung passiver Hochfrequenzsensoren geschlossen. Die Technologie soll künftig in die bodengebundene Luftverteidigung von Rheinmetall integriert werden.

Die Sensoren bieten eine zusätzliche Ebene passiver Bedrohungserkennung im Skynex Luftverteidigungssystem und in der Skymaster Führungsplattform von Rheinmetall, indem sie das elektromagnetische Spektrum nutzen, um Resilienz und Frühwarnfähigkeiten zu verbessern.

„Die Überwachung des modernen Luftraums wird durch die Zunahme unbemannter Luftfahrzeuge und schwer erfassbarer Flugkörper immer komplexer“, erklärt Roman Köhne, CEO der Rheinmetall Air Defence AG. „Herkömmliche Aufklärungsmethoden stoßen unter anspruchsvollen Einsatzbedingungen an ihre Grenzen, wenn es darum geht, neuartige Bedrohungen zu identifizieren. Die Integration passiver HF-Sensorik in Skymaster verbessert die Fähigkeit der Luftverteidigungskräfte, effektiv auf neu aufkommende Bedrohungen aus der Luft zu reagieren.“

Die RFeye-Sensoren von Silvus Technologies bieten eine ergänzende Komponente zur passiven Erfassung. Sie ermöglichen die Identifizierung und Ortung von Flugzielen, ohne eigene Signale auszusenden oder den eigenen Standort preiszugeben. Innerhalb der Skymaster-Plattform ergänzen sie die Radarabdeckung und unterstützen das Bedienpersonal dabei, ein durchgängiges, umfassendes Luftlagebild sowie ein anerkanntes elektromagnetisches Lagebild (REMP) aufrechtzuerhalten.

„Der Vereinbarung unterstreicht unser gemeinsames Engagement, den verbündeten Streitkräften hochleistungsfähige und resilientere Luftverteidigungssysteme bereitzustellen“, betont Peter Moss, Direktor Strategic NATO Accounts bei Silvus Technologies. „Die Kombination aus RFeye-Technologie und der Luftverteidigungsarchitektur von Rheinmetall verschafft den Einsatzkräften einen entscheidenden Informationsvorsprung für schnelles Handeln und fundierte Entscheidungen.“

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Silvus Technologies, ein Unternehmen von Motorola Solutions, ist auf die Entwicklung von Technologien spezialisiert, die das Erkennen, Identifizieren und Geolokalisieren von Signalen in komplexen Hochfrequenzumgebungen (RF) ermöglichen. Verbündete Streitkräfte, Systemintegratoren und staatliche Sicherheitsbehörden weltweit vertrauen auf die TRL-9-Systeme des Unternehmens. Die Hardware- und Softwareprodukte von Silvus Technologies wurden entwickelt, um verwertbare Spektrumsdaten über einen breiten Frequenzbereich bereitzustellen – eine entscheidende Voraussetzung für erfolgreiche Einsätze im Bereich Electronic Warfare Support und Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations. Weitere Informationen finden Sie unter www.crfs.com oder folgen Sie Silvus Technologies auf LinkedIn.

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Über Rheinmetall Air Defence 

Die Division Air Defence bündelt sämtliche Kompetenzen im Bereich der bodengebundenen Luftverteidigung und zählt weltweit zu den führenden Anbietern komplexer Flugabwehrsysteme. Zentrale Fähigkeiten von der Entwicklung über die Produktion bis hin zu Simulation, Training und umfassenden Serviceleistungen werden vereint. Ziel ist es, moderne und integrierte Lösungen zum Schutz vor jeglichen Bedrohungen aus der Luft von Drohnen bis hin zu hochdynamischen Luftzielen bereitzustellen.

“Modern airspace is becoming more congested and more difficult to monitor, driven by the proliferation of unmanned aircraft and hard-to-detect aerial technologies,” said Roman Köhne, CEO, Rheinmetall Air Defence AG. “Traditional detection methods alone can struggle with identifying new and novel threats in complex operating conditions. Integrating passive RF sensing into Skymaster enhances air defenders' ability to respond effectively to emerging aerial threats.”

Silvus Technologies’ RFeye sensors provide a complementary layer of passive detection to identify and locate aerial platforms without actively transmitting or revealing the sensors’ locations. Within the Skymaster platform, they supplement radar coverage by helping operators maintain a more complete, persistent air picture and recognized electromagnetic picture (REMP).

“The agreement reflects a shared commitment to delivering resilient air defence systems for allied forces,” said Peter Moss, director of strategic NATO accounts, Silvus Technologies. “Combining RFeye technology and Rheinmetall’s air defence architecture gives operators critical situational awareness to inform quicker actions and safer decisions.”

About Silvus Technologies, a Motorola Solutions Company

Silvus Technologies is a global leader in advanced tactical networking and Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO). At the forefront of innovation for mission-critical applications, Silvus reshapes data-driven decision-making at the tactical edge with high-capacity MANET communications, intelligent spectrum awareness and electronic warfare resiliency.

Through its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform, Silvus provides robust, high-throughput connectivity for defense and public safety agencies in some of the world’s most complex environments. By expanding beyond traditional communications with advanced signals intelligence solutions, Silvus delivers comprehensive EMSO capabilities—enabling operators to sense, manage and defend their communications within a contested spectrum.

Headquartered in Los Angeles and driven by a team of world-class PhD scientists and engineers, Silvus continues to define the future of the tactical ecosystem with proven range, scalability and interference mitigation. Learn more at https://silvustechnologies.com.

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About Rheinmetall Air Defence 

Rheinmetall Air Defence division brings together all expertise in the field of ground-based air defence and is one of the world’s leading providers of complex air defence systems. It combines core capabilities ranging from development and production to simulation, training and comprehensive services. The aim is to provide modern, integrated solutions to protect against all airborne threats, from drones to highly manoeuvrable aerial targets. The division is grouped into the following business units: Systems and Effectors, and Systems and Sensors. 

Die zunehmende Bedeutung unbemannter Systeme, die Vernetzung unterschiedlicher Plattformen und die Notwendigkeit, flexibel auf dynamische Bedrohungslagen zu reagieren, prägen die Anforderungen an die Marinen von morgen. Dabei kommt es sowohl auf leistungsfähige bemannte Plattformen wie die GMF 140 als auch auf das intelligente Zusammenspiel bemannter und unbemannter Systeme an. Die Hybrid Fleet verbindet diese Fähigkeiten zu einem leistungsfähigen Gesamtsystem, das sich flexibel an wechselnde operative Anforderungen anpassen lässt.

Die Ausrüstung künftiger Seestreitkräfte erfordert einen ganzheitlichen Ansatz. Nicht die einzelne Plattform allein, sondern zunehmend das abgestimmte Zusammenspiel verschiedener Systeme wird zum entscheidenden Faktor. Eine Hybrid Fleet ermöglicht es, bemannte und unbemannte Einheiten entsprechend ihrer jeweiligen Stärken einzusetzen, operative Risiken zu reduzieren und vorhandene Ressourcen gezielter zu nutzen.

Mit seinem breit aufgestellten Portfolio unterstützt Rheinmetall diesen Ansatz. Die Lenkwaffenfregatte GMF 140 steht dabei für die Weiterentwicklung bemannter Überwasserplattformen. Unbemannte Boote wie das am Rheinmetall-Standort Hamburg in Serienfertigung produzierte und auf der Euronaval ausgestellte Kraken K3 erweitern die Einsatzmöglichkeiten auf See und können bemannte Einheiten bei unterschiedlichen Aufgaben unterstützen. Ergänzt werden diese Fähigkeiten durch weitere maritime Technologien und Systeme wie das Täuschkörpersystem MASS Nova und das Marinegeschütz Millennium Gun, die einen wichtigen Beitrag zur Durchsetzungsfähigkeit von Überwassereinheiten leisten und ebenfalls auf der Pariser Messe präsentiert werden.

Auf der Euronaval stellt Rheinmetall darüber hinaus das Loitering-Munition-System FV-014 aus. Die für den hochmobilen Einsatz entwickelte FV-014 verbindet Aufklärung, Zielidentifizierung und präzise Wirkung in einem System. Sie ist für Einsatzentfernungen von bis zu 100 Kilometern ausgelegt und eignet sich sowohl zur Bekämpfung gepanzerter als auch ungepanzerter Ziele. Moderne Sensorik, Vernetzungsfähigkeit und ein hoher Autonomiegrad ermöglichen Einsätze auch unter anspruchsvollen Bedingungen und bei GNSS-Störungen.

Für Modernisierungsprogramme und plattformunabhängige Einsätze präsentiert Rheinmetall auf der diesjährigen Messe das Millennium-System als vollkommen eigenständige Systemlösung. Diese Konfiguration arbeitet unabhängig von der bordeigenen Datenversorgung des Trägerschiffs. Sie integriert das moderne S-Band-Überwachungsradar Oerlikon AMMR (AESA Multi-Mission Radar) zur Nahbereichsflugabwehr, ein kombiniertes Feuerleitradar mit Elektro-Optik-Tracker zur präzisen Zielverfolgung sowie ein kompaktes Führungs- und Waffeneinsatzsystem (mini-CMS). Das integrierte mini-CMS führt alle Sensordaten in Echtzeit zusammen und ermöglicht dem Bediener die unmittelbare und autarke Kontrolle über die gesamte Wirkungskette gegen hochdynamische Bedrohungen in der Luft und auf dem Wasser.

Erstmals auf der Euronaval ist MASS Nova zu sehen, die nächste Generation von Rheinmetalls bewährtem Täuschkörpersystems Multi Ammunition Softkill System (MASS). Dieses zeichnet sich durch einen neu entwickelten Werfer mit variabler Fächerung und höherer Kapazität für die 81mm-Omni-Trap-Munitionen aus. So kann er 40+4 Täuschkörper ausbringen. Ebenso kann er die Munitionen schneller verschießen, wodurch sich schneller gegen die anfliegende Bedrohung wirken lässt.

Mit Asteria stellt Rheinmetall des Weiteren eine neue Generation von Mehrfachwirkungs-Seeminen aus. Asteria wird den aktuellsten operativen Anforderungen gerecht. Die Mine lässt sich von Überwasserschiffen, Transportflugzeugen und U-Booten aus einsetzen und bietet damit flexible operative Unterstützung für jede Verteidigungsstrategie. Asteria kann über eine einzigartige bi-direktionale akustische Verbindung ferngesteuert werden, was ihre Vielseitigkeit für den Schutz von Häfen, Meerengen, Hafenanlagen und kritischen Bereichen erhöht.

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The focus is on technologies and systems that meet the requirements of future maritime operational scenarios and support the development of a high-performance hybrid fleet. With the newly developed GMF 140 (Guided Missile Frigate), as well as unmanned surface systems such as the Kraken K3 and other maritime technologies, Rheinmetall addresses key requirements for the naval forces of the future.

The growing importance of unmanned systems, the networking of different platforms and the need to respond flexibly to dynamic threat environments are shaping the requirements for tomorrow’s navies. This calls for both capable crewed platforms and the intelligent integration of manned and unmanned systems. The hybrid fleet combines these capabilities into a high-performance overall system. As a systems provider, Rheinmetall supports this development with a broad portfolio ranging from combat ships and unmanned surface drones to lightweight naval armament.

Rheinmetall showcases Kraken K3 Unmanned Surface Vessel

The Kraken K3 Unmanned Surface Vessel, manufactured in series production at Rheinmetall’s Hamburg site, will be presented to a wider audience for the first time at this year’s Euronaval. In addition, the Düsseldorf-based technology group will showcase further maritime technologies and systems at the exhibition in Paris, including the MASS Nova decoy system and the Millennium Gun for naval systems, both of which make an important contribution to the operational effectiveness of surface combatants.

At Euronaval, Rheinmetall will also exhibit the FV-014 loitering munition system. Designed for highly mobile operations, the FV-014 combines reconnaissance, target identification and precision engagement in a single system. It is designed for operational ranges of up to 100 kilometres and is suitable for engaging both armoured and unarmoured targets. Advanced sensors, network connectivity and a high degree of autonomy enable operations even under challenging conditions and in the presence of GNSS interference.

For modernisation programmes and platform-independent operations, Rheinmetall will present the Millennium system at this year’s exhibition as a fully self-contained system solution. This configuration operates independently of the host vessel’s onboard data infrastructure. It integrates the Oerlikon AMMR (AESA Multi-Mission Radar), a modern S-band surveillance radar for short range air defence; a combined fire-control radar with an electro-optical tracker for precise target tracking; and a compact command and weapon control system (mini-CMS). The integrated mini-CMS combines all sensor data in real time, enabling the operator to exercise immediate, autonomous control over the entire engagement chain against highly dynamic threats in the air and on the water.

Euronaval Première: MASS Nova Decoy System

MASS Nova, the next generation of Rheinmetall’s proven Multi Ammunition Softkill System (MASS), will be presented at Euronaval for the first time. It features a newly developed launcher with variable launch angles and increased capacity for 81 mm Omni-Trap decoy munitions. The launcher can deploy 40+4 decoys. It can also fire the munitions more rapidly, enabling a faster response to incoming threats.

With Asteria, Rheinmetall will also showcase a new generation of multi-effect sea mines. Asteria meets the latest operational requirements. The mine can be deployed from surface vessels, transport aircraft and submarines, providing flexible operational support for a wide range of defence strategies. Asteria can be remotely controlled via a unique bidirectional acoustic link, enhancing its versatility in protecting harbours, straits, port facilities and critical areas.

We look forward to welcoming you and engaging in productive discussions at our exhibition stand, J61, in Hall 6. 

– OCCAR commissions further Jackal (Schakal) wheeled infantry fighting vehicles for the Bundeswehr and the Dutch armed forces
– 35 vehicles for Germany, 34 for the Netherlands
– Contract value for Rheinmetall in the threedigit million-euro range
– Modern wheeled infantry fighting vehicle for medium forces

Rheinmetall has once again received a major order in the field of 8×8 combat vehicles. The European defence organisation OCCAR (Organisation Conjointe de Coopération en Matière d’Armement) has commissioned Artec GmbH to deliver further Schakal (German for “jackal”) wheeled infantry fighting vehicles to the German and Dutch armed forces: 35 for the Bundeswehr and 34 for the Royal Dutch Land Forces. Artec GmbH, a joint venture between Rheinmetall and KNDS Deutschland, is the prime contractor for the Boxer. As a key industrial partner, Rheinmetall is making a significant contribution to the programme’s implementation. For the Düsseldorf-based technology group, the two option call-offs have a combined order value in the medium three-digit million-euro range. According to current plans, the vehicles are to be delivered between May 2032 and November 2033.

On 24 June 2026, the Budget Committee of the German Parliament, the Bundestag, approved the first call-off of the contractually agreed options for the Schakal. The main contract, which was awarded in October 2025, already covers 222 wheeled infantry fighting vehicles and includes an option for up to 200 additional vehicles. Following this initial option call-off, the total number of Schakal vehicles to be delivered will increase to 291.

“The activation of additional options for the Schakal confirms our customers’ confidence in this state-of-the-art system”, said Dr Björn Bernhard, Head of Rheinmetall’s Vehicle Systems Division. “It also gives us greater insurance for us as an industry and for our suppliers concerning the planning. Together with our partners, we are contribution significantly to the modernisation of European land forces and are strengthening industrial capacity in Europe”.

The Schakal wheeled infantry fighting vehicle combines the chassis of the Boxer wheeled armoured vehicle with the turret of the tracked Puma infantry fighting vehicle. It thus combines modularity, mobility, protection and firepower to the highest degree. This enables medium forces to cover long distances independently in the shortest possible time. The system features state-of-the-art fire control technology, digital networking and a high level of protection, and can carry a fully equipped group of grenadiers. Its main weapon system is the MK 30-2/ABM machine gun, manufactured by Rheinmetall. This is complemented by the MELLS anti-tank guided missile. Together, these provide adequate fire power against a wide variety of targets in dynamic combat situations. As the Schakal is part of the Boxer family, training, logistics and lifecycle costs are reduced.

The German-Dutch OCCAR programme highlights the effectiveness of European defence cooperation and strengthens the European defence industry against foreign competition in the 8×8 vehicle sector. This is also beneficial for the German land systems industry. Key assemblies and components are produced at sites in Germany, operated by Rheinmetall, KNDS Deutschland, MTU, Hensoldt and many other small and medium-sized champions in the national defence sector. The programme strengthens the industrial base and secures highly skilled jobs in the long term. Should the large-scale ‘Arminius’ Boxer programme be commissioned, German industry has guaranteed a significantly accelerated delivery of the vehicles, which are ordered as an option.

Am 24. Juni 2026 hatte der Haushaltsausschuss des Deutschen Bundestages die Auslösung eines ersten Teils der vertraglich vereinbarten Optionen für den Radschützenpanzer Schakal gebilligt. Der im Oktober 2025 erteilte Hauptauftrag umfasst bereits 222 Radschützenpanzer und sieht eine Option für bis zu 200 weitere Schakale vor. Mit der jetzt erfolgten ersten Optionsauslösung erhöht sich die Anzahl der auszuliefernden Radschützenpanzer Schakal auf insgesamt 291.

„Die Aktivierung weiterer Optionen für den Schakal bestätigt das Vertrauen unserer Kunden in dieses hochmoderne System“, so Dr. Björn Bernhard, Leiter der Reinmetall-Division Vehicle Systems. „Weiterhin schafft sie zusätzliche Planungssicherheit für uns als Industrie und unsere Zulieferer. Gemeinsam mit unseren Partnern leisten wir einen wichtigen Beitrag zur Modernisierung der europäischen Landstreitkräfte und zur Stärkung der industriellen Leistungsfähigkeit in Europa.“

Der Radschützenpanzer Schakal kombiniert das Fahrgestell des Radpanzers Boxer mit dem Turm des Schützenpanzers Puma. Hierdurch vereint er in höchstem Maße Modularität, Mobilität, Schutz und Feuerkraft. Die Mittleren Kräfte werden somit befähigt, in kürzester Zeit große Distanzen eigenbeweglich überwinden zu können. Das System verfügt über moderne Feuerleittechnik, digitale Vernetzung und hohe Schutzwirkung und ermöglicht die Mitführung einer voll ausgestatteten Grenadiergruppe. Als Hauptbewaffnung dient die MK 30-2/ABM Maschinenkanone von Rheinmetall. Diese wird ergänzt durch den Panzerabwehrlenkflugkörper MELLS. Damit lassen sich in dynamischen Gefechten unterschiedlichste Ziele wirkungsvoll bekämpfen. Da der Schakal Teil der Boxer-Familie ist, reduzieren sich Ausbildungs-, Logistik- und Lebenswegkosten.

Das deutsch-niederländische OCCAR-Programm unterstreicht die Leistungsfähigkeit europäischer Rüstungskooperation und stärkt zugleich die europäische Verteidigungsindustrie gegen ausländische Konkurrenz im Bereich der 8×8-Fahrzeuge. Auch die deutsche Landsystemindustrie profitiert davon. So erfolgt die Produktion zentraler Baugruppen und Komponenten an deutschen Standorten von Rheinmetall, KNDS Deutschland, MTU, Hensoldt und vieler weiterer kleiner- und mittelständischer Champions im nationalen Rüstungsbereich. Das Programm stärkt die industrielle Basis und sichert langfristig hochqualifizierte Arbeitsplätze. Die deutsche Industrie hat im Falle einer Beauftragung des Boxer-Großprogramms „Arminius“ eine deutlich beschleunigte Lieferung der optional bestellten Fahrzeuge zugesichert.